Course overview
Advance specialist knowledge through career-focused postgraduate study.
Advance specialist cyber expertise in network and wireless security, ethical hacking, information assurance, risk and research.
Course overview
Designed for applicants with a relevant technical background, this course develops the ability to assess threats, test security and manage information risk in complex organisations.
Programme structure
Published duration: 1 year, or up to 2 years with Advanced Practice. The detailed curriculum is organised below by route or stage.
Study pattern
Full-time teaching is normally scheduled between 9:00am and 5:30pm, with students typically on campus 2–3 days a week.
Curriculum
Review the published modules and route options in a clear structure.
01Master's modules
Level 7
Master's modules
Level 7
- Information Governance and Security
- Network Security
- Wireless Networks and Security
- Information Assurance and Risk Management
- Ethical Hacking for Cyber Security
- Research Methods and Project Management
- MSc Computer Science and Digital Technologies Project (60 credits)
02Advanced Practice options
Advanced Practice
Advanced Practice options
Advanced Practice
- Engineering and Environment Advanced Practice London Campus – Consultancy Project (60 credits)
- Engineering and Environment Advanced Practice London Campus – Research Project (60 credits)
- Engineering and Environment Advanced Practice London Campus – Internship (60 credits)
- Engineering and Environment Advanced Practice London Campus – Professional Skills Practice (60 credits)
- Engineering and Environment Advanced Practice London Campus – Business Start up (60 credits)
- Engineering and Environment Advanced Practice London Campus – Design Innovation (60 credits)
Module availability and content may change as part of the provider’s ongoing academic review.
Assessment
Practical ways to show what you know.
Teaching combines lectures, seminars, workshops, tutorials, practical activity and independent study, supported by academic and employability guidance.
Assessment can include coursework, critical reports, case work, presentations, practical exercises, individual and group projects and a substantial research or professional-practice project.
The optional Advanced Practice stage provides an additional experiential project such as an internship, consultancy, research, professional-practice, enterprise or innovation project, subject to the route offered.
Entry requirements
Your route onto the course.
Academic entry
- A minimum UK 2:2 honours degree, or equivalent, in a relevant computing, IT, cyber-security or related subject is normally required.
English language
- IELTS 6.5 with no individual element below 5.5, or an accepted equivalent.
International and non-standard entry
Equivalent international qualifications and non-standard applicants are considered against the current published requirements for the chosen route.
Application documents
- Completed application form.
- Qualification certificates and transcripts, with certified translations where required.
- Evidence of English-language ability where applicable.
- Personal statement, CV and evidence of relevant professional experience where requested.
Fees & funding
Understand the full cost.
Fees should be reconfirmed for the selected intake before enrolment.
Tuition does not normally include optional books, stationery, printing, equipment, accommodation, living costs or travel.
Funding your study
Eligible UK students may be able to access postgraduate funding, subject to the exact course route and personal circumstances.
What you’ll achieve
Skills for ideas that move forward.
Evaluate cyber threats, vulnerabilities, information assurance and network-security controls.
Use ethical-hacking and research methods to investigate advanced security problems.
Career opportunities
Where this course can take you.
Career outcomes depend on your experience, further training and the requirements of each role.
Potential career directions
- Cyber security analyst
- Penetration tester
- Security engineer
- Information security manager
- Cyber risk consultant
- Security architect
Frequently asked questions
Course questions.
How is this course delivered?
The course is delivered full-time at the London Campus.
When can I start?
Published start months are January, May, September.
Who awards the qualification?
The awarding university is Northumbria University.